The mini tree is up with some pretty ancient decorations. Now sat watching the lesser spotted woodpecker having a good go at our fence posts

Thanks, looks very similar to what I’ve just seen in the verge in Corrèze, France.

Well that was worth getting up. Here’s hoping the ceps I found yesterday get turned into something equally delicious!

A good morning walk to the hermitage and quarry near puy de Pauliac. #Aubazine

This Buzzard stayed still long enough to get off the sofa, setup the tripod and telescope and take a few pics. #Correze #Auberzine

We had our first hawk moth caterpillar since we moved in 5 years ago. Clearly taking out half the fake grass the previous owners installed and adding loads of plants was well worth it!